Comprehensive Care for Dual Eligible Individuals Act
This act aims to establish a new, optional state-administered program to provide integrated and coordinated healthcare for individuals eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid. The goal is to improve service quality, control costs, address health disparities, and support beneficiary independence and quality of life. Citizens covered by both programs will gain access to more consistent and comprehensive care.
Key points
The new AIM (All Inclusive Medicare-Medicaid) Program offers integrated medical, behavioral, long-term care, and social services.
Program participants will have access to all Medicare and Medicaid benefits, plus additional supportive services.
The program introduces streamlined eligibility and enrollment processes, including 12-month continuous eligibility.
Independent beneficiary support, including ombudsman programs and advisory councils, will be provided to assist with program choices and utilization.
States can receive up to $10 million for planning and implementing the program, as well as funding for outreach and enrollment support.
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